Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

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5.9

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  1. mmrventricle
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    I'd like to point out that Call of Duty is a shooter, and that's what you will get from this game. New things about this game are namely exo suit (there are different types of suits, some allowing double jump, some allowing cloak, etc), "new weapon" (they still shoot bullets after all) and futuristic theme (2054 vs 2024 of black ops 2), but three things are quite a lot. You can dislike it,I'd like to point out that Call of Duty is a shooter, and that's what you will get from this game. New things about this game are namely exo suit (there are different types of suits, some allowing double jump, some allowing cloak, etc), "new weapon" (they still shoot bullets after all) and futuristic theme (2054 vs 2024 of black ops 2), but three things are quite a lot. You can dislike it, you can deny it, but you can't ignore it.
    What score this game gets won't change anybody's mind: ppl who will buy it, will; ppl who hate the franchise, won't. And I'm happy with my purchase so far.

    Also: zombie mode becomes a dlc this time around. Typical Activision...    … Expand
  2. X1xxCYGNUSxxX1
    Nov 3, 2014
    9
    Haven't finished the campaign yet but it has been fun. The new game mechanics and cinematics are great. How can you not like Kevin Spacey? The multiplayer is new. Not boring like Ghost was. I do think the graphics have been dumbed down though so that the look is not so obviously different on the two consoles. Last year ghost looked much better on ps4. The learning curve may be a littleHaven't finished the campaign yet but it has been fun. The new game mechanics and cinematics are great. How can you not like Kevin Spacey? The multiplayer is new. Not boring like Ghost was. I do think the graphics have been dumbed down though so that the look is not so obviously different on the two consoles. Last year ghost looked much better on ps4. The learning curve may be a little steep for casual gamers which is probably not a great thing. The allure of cod has always been its ease of access for all level of players. The quick scope crowd may not be happy with this game either. The movement of the game doesn't lend itself to the quick scope sniper. Gun balance is ok so far but hard to judge any of that before a few patches. If you are a fan of cod, you will assist and have fun. If you have never played cod, then I'd say pick it up for the campaign and give the multiplayer a try. Over all not a bad game.… Expand
  3. EricLockey
    Nov 3, 2014
    9
    + Story is decent, especially compared too Ghosts.
    + Exo suits breath new life into a stale franchise
    + Increased verticality in MP offers truely high speed online matches
    + Fan communication is unparalleled against most other games

    - while the story is decent, it has a few flaws, nothing major, but its a weird theme.
    - Steep learning curve.
  4. Hydrogen_
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    I am a long-time CoD player. I've played every version back to WaW. CoD Ghosts almost broke my interest in the franchise. It was a pile of garbage, period. Advanced Warfare has restored my faith in the series.

    The multiplayer is smooth and gorgeous. Sledgehammer seems to have found a happy medium between the super tiny, three lane monotony of BO2 with the huge, incongruous monstrosities    I am a long-time CoD player. I've played every version back to WaW. CoD Ghosts almost broke my interest in the franchise. It was a pile of garbage, period. Advanced Warfare has restored my faith in the series.

    The multiplayer is smooth and gorgeous. Sledgehammer seems to have found a happy medium between the super tiny, three lane monotony of BO2 with the huge, incongruous monstrosities that were featured on Ghosts. The exo suit additions are decent changes, but nothing that will knock your socks off. Hit detection seems good, although time/shots to kill need to be brought down a bit, imo. The new, update "pick 13" system was a great decision by Sledgehammer, and lets you customize your killstreak rewards in ways never before possible.

    Overall, this is a solid CoD game. If you are a fan of the series, you will enjoy it and be grateful that they did not let Ghosts sound the death knell of the CoD franchise. There are a few balance issues and tweaks to work out, but overall, I am pleased thus far.    … Expand
  5. KazuhiraMiller
    Nov 3, 2014
    9
    This game has given me hope. Which is something that Ghosts took away from me. Gone are the days of having to deal with **** TTK worries, gone are the days of having to worry about campers(in the 23 hours I have logged, I have yet to see a single son of a **** in a corner with a sniper rifle). This game is a breath of fresh air for the call of duty series. While, the exosuit DOES appear toThis game has given me hope. Which is something that Ghosts took away from me. Gone are the days of having to deal with **** TTK worries, gone are the days of having to worry about campers(in the 23 hours I have logged, I have yet to see a single son of a **** in a corner with a sniper rifle). This game is a breath of fresh air for the call of duty series. While, the exosuit DOES appear to be a blatant ripoff of the Titanfall booster, it handles completely different. The story is your standard COD type deal, it is a MASSIVE improvement of Ghost's story, and it has **** who almost seems at home with this game. The game does have a third game mode, Exo-Survival mode, which is like the survival mode from MW3, but with a hidden zombies easter egg in there somewhere for those who persevere through it. The create-an-operator option for you character adds a deeper sense of diversity and uniqueness to your character, and the loot crate drop addition should feel welcoming to Team Fortress and Counter-strike players. Overall, I think that this is the best COD since the first MW game.… Expand
  6. TooHigh2Die
    Nov 3, 2014
    9
    The Exo suit puts this series into another level of fast paced combat. Sure Crysis, Halo and Destiny have done similar things but not this fast and mobile. The Pick 13 has endless combinations and the new loot system makes the already addicting multiplayer even better. As a person who has played every single cod (Including the 1st for PC 11 years ago) this is a step in the right directionThe Exo suit puts this series into another level of fast paced combat. Sure Crysis, Halo and Destiny have done similar things but not this fast and mobile. The Pick 13 has endless combinations and the new loot system makes the already addicting multiplayer even better. As a person who has played every single cod (Including the 1st for PC 11 years ago) this is a step in the right direction for the franchise and easily the most fun MP game of this year.… Expand
  7. partyintheback
    Nov 3, 2014
    1
    Short campaign. We beat it in 4 hours. Mediocre multiplayer. Seems like the creator of these games has stopped caring or something. Please put more effort into the next game. This isn't worth $60. Give to charity instead.
  8. blakeslab
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I'm keeping this review short! To me, this is the best instalment in the CoD franchise since CoD4/MW2. Take "Pick" system from Blops, memorable maps like from CoD4, and fresh new weapons and gear like MW2 introduced and it's the freshest CoD in a number of years.
  9. Dalifeblives
    Nov 3, 2014
    6
    You guys got to stop hating and giving this game a zero. Let's keep it real. Anyway I'm giving this game a 8 based off of what I have seen so far. Graphics are good, some FPS issues and cutting out. Have not played COD since MW2 and this is refreshing.
  10. EHS_GirlScout
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I've noticed most of the 0/10 reviews are poorly written and have no reasoning behind their scores. This game is a solid 9/10, but I'm giving it a 10/10 to offset the hate. If someone says they don't like this game it's probably because they aren't good enough to be playing this game. Beautiful environments, fluid 60fps, everything is a step up from Ghosts.
  11. davidh2014
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    This COD is worth the buy for the multiplayer. As usual, I played the campaign mode for a very short while as I lost interest in it quickly, but the multiplayer is a huge improvement than from last year's Ghost. Runs like Titanfall but with the COD feel to it. The sound of the game I would have to say is also a HUGE improvement than from it's predecessor Ghost as well. Overall, I thinkThis COD is worth the buy for the multiplayer. As usual, I played the campaign mode for a very short while as I lost interest in it quickly, but the multiplayer is a huge improvement than from last year's Ghost. Runs like Titanfall but with the COD feel to it. The sound of the game I would have to say is also a HUGE improvement than from it's predecessor Ghost as well. Overall, I think it's worth the buy. I haven't had an issue with constantly dying from one-shot-kills or head-shot-glitching yet with this game, and the respawning isn't as bad as prior games either, which to me is a plus.… Expand
  12. thuderrpg1
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I love this game mostly because it isnt like all the other call of duty's but this game is just so amazing the maps are awsome the players dont sit in corners i love it aha :)
  13. TheEpicSheep
    Nov 3, 2014
    6
    Now, here's a disclaimer: I won't hate on the game just because its COD. I want to give out brutal honesty about the game itself. Lets get started

    COD: AW feels impressive, but it still lacks. First things first, whenever you deny it no, the game looks beautiful. Faces look godly impressive, and its environment feels beautiful. Its a next-gen looking game. And Multiplayer is still    Now, here's a disclaimer: I won't hate on the game just because its COD. I want to give out brutal honesty about the game itself. Lets get started

    COD: AW feels impressive, but it still lacks.

    First things first, whenever you deny it no, the game looks beautiful. Faces look godly impressive, and its environment feels beautiful. Its a next-gen looking game.

    And Multiplayer is still fun as well. Adding in its still balanced and yet fun gameplay mixed with a Titanfall free-flowing mechanics. Its a more faster COD. And it feels fresh.

    And believe it or not, I'm quite happy that they have this Advanced Warfare feel to it. Sure, its not WWII that its was, and I still wish it went back to those ages, but overall, its cool...

    BUT

    The campaign mode. Its GOD AWFULL

    Ok, sure, its better then Ghost, I will give you that, but it still feels barebones and rushed. Like all the other ones. First, we are randomly thrown into South Korea to go kill some North Koreans without a "Why?" and then crash into some building and mow down our way through some Koreans. What happens then? Some more BS story.

    So overall, its not bad, nor good. This COD is an OK. I only recommend it for its highly addicting multiplayer.    … Expand
  14. spidi8666
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    Didn't play any cod since BO1, decided to buy this specially because of the next gen effort they put in. I have to say I'm satisfied with this game and it stands out from others. The pvp side is really fun to play, game mechanics are good and the graphics look amazing on ps4 with everything running smooth 60fps and 1080p. Haven't touched the campaign yet but the online is a lot of fun andDidn't play any cod since BO1, decided to buy this specially because of the next gen effort they put in. I have to say I'm satisfied with this game and it stands out from others. The pvp side is really fun to play, game mechanics are good and the graphics look amazing on ps4 with everything running smooth 60fps and 1080p. Haven't touched the campaign yet but the online is a lot of fun and very creative. The exo suit is really cool and adds pace to the game. The abilities are not overpowered they just add extra. Only problem I find is the lack of guns, there are few different stats (minor changes like +1 accuracy and -1 stability) for 1 gun from supply drops but overall there aren't many guns to pick from.

    People who rate this game 1s and 2s have never played other shooters or are having cod burnout of playing it too much. Its definitely not a game that deserved lower then 6-7. If like me you had a break from COD then you should also find it fun.    … Expand
  15. Danny_UK
    Nov 3, 2014
    1
    More of the same. Another re-skin with slightly prettier graphics. The whole thing follows the formula of previous COD's and adds virtually nothing new. Remember 'that' All Gullied Up mission from COD 4 Modern Warfare? Well, it has been used YET AGAIN in Advanced Warfare, except this time your wearing a cloaking device instead. It starts of in predictable COD manner, on a plane that isMore of the same. Another re-skin with slightly prettier graphics. The whole thing follows the formula of previous COD's and adds virtually nothing new. Remember 'that' All Gullied Up mission from COD 4 Modern Warfare? Well, it has been used YET AGAIN in Advanced Warfare, except this time your wearing a cloaking device instead. It starts of in predictable COD manner, on a plane that is about to explode. And there is the bit where you have to hide and wait for yet another convoy to go by. It just recycles missions from past COD's again. I'm amazed that they even attempted to get away with this, again! It really is short of imagination. The only new things really are a "double jump" and a "dodge move". Advanced Warfare is touted as an all new game that will reignite the franchise. But i don't see how giving people more of the same is doing that. The Future setting has been done to death now too. And Advanced Warfare is basically Black Ops 2.5. It needs to go back to more realistic, current or past warfare. The graphics aren't anything special either. Because the game runs at 60FPS means the graphics have to take a hit. As a result, interiors etc feel very plain, and the maps in multiplayer are dead when it comes to detail and content. But that's the price you have to pay when you want a game to run at 60FPS. Multiplayer is also more of the same but with different guns and a few extra moves. But overall you won't really notice the difference and could easily mistake this for a past COD game that you've already played a million times over.… Expand
  16. ssweeting
    Nov 3, 2014
    0
    All the guns the same and the game modes the same as previous. Lots of grasshoppers everywhere. Total regurgitated from previous COD's. Totally boring but then I may be suffering from COD burnout. My advice save your money.
  17. phj1986
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    Was thinking it was a Rip off TitanFall and kinda milking it, but the game stands tall. So far exceeds expectations. If only Titanfall was as good as this - plus a story mode
  18. DerpAHerp
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    Honestly, Sledgehammer has just revived cod. Fast paced action packed cod. Like how it's meant to be, not this stupid ghosts bullcrap, honestly this a game is totally worth it

    10/10
  19. Sab0
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    I used to enjoy Call of Duty, 2 was a game I spent many hours with, and ever since MW and WaW I feel like the series has become quite stale. By mixing up a new developer into it's structure, I feel it has given the series a breath of fresh air and added some new ideas. By all means, this game is not perfect, but it certainly is an entertaining ride and satisfying to feel old ideas mixedI used to enjoy Call of Duty, 2 was a game I spent many hours with, and ever since MW and WaW I feel like the series has become quite stale. By mixing up a new developer into it's structure, I feel it has given the series a breath of fresh air and added some new ideas. By all means, this game is not perfect, but it certainly is an entertaining ride and satisfying to feel old ideas mixed in with new ones. I would personally give this game a go.… Expand
  20. sfaspell97
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    If ever a game suffered from arbitrary series rivalries, it's this one. Even devote Call of Duty fans will admit that the series had fallen into a rut. Ghosts was really nothing new, and undid a lot of the nice things about Black Ops II. Advance Warfare completely sheds the stigma of "same game, new name". I could rant about the exosuits, new gamemodes, or Kevin Spacey, but I think theIf ever a game suffered from arbitrary series rivalries, it's this one. Even devote Call of Duty fans will admit that the series had fallen into a rut. Ghosts was really nothing new, and undid a lot of the nice things about Black Ops II. Advance Warfare completely sheds the stigma of "same game, new name". I could rant about the exosuits, new gamemodes, or Kevin Spacey, but I think the game speaks for itself when you play it. Somehow, through the completely revamped multiplayer, the same COD feel emerges. This, mixed with the fun new levels of customization, and the sheer polish of the game (plays and looks like a dream on Next-Gen consoles), Advanced Warfare has serious potential to bring Call of Duty back to its glory days. If you still aren't sure, try out the game at a friend's house, or use the new Share-Play system (if you're a PS4 owner like myself) and make your own decisions. Advanced Warfare steps into the future in far more ways than one.… Expand
  21. TheLivingPotato
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    Advanced warfare breathes the air of life into a franchise desperately requiring a shakeup. To many who have not played it yet Call of Duty Advanced warfare may seem just like 'The next call of duty'. But to put it bluntly it's simply not. Firstly, the campaign GAMEPLAY has been improved to a nice effect. ( Some of which are stealth missions, some missions with bigger maps, etc), withAdvanced warfare breathes the air of life into a franchise desperately requiring a shakeup. To many who have not played it yet Call of Duty Advanced warfare may seem just like 'The next call of duty'. But to put it bluntly it's simply not. Firstly, the campaign GAMEPLAY has been improved to a nice effect. ( Some of which are stealth missions, some missions with bigger maps, etc), with high-octane action still present from the past Call Of Duty games.The exosuit (and it's respective abilities) may, at first thought, seem to be a 'small' addition or gimmick, but it's really not just that, what people don't realize immediately is that it adds a whole new layer to the multiplayer: VERTACALITY, this adds much to the game, especially to the multiplayer component of it. I respect that Ghosts and MW3 left a bade taste in peoples mouth's but please don't let that get in the way of stopping you from enjoying this solid experience. One more note; the graphics have actually received a nice boost and have the aesthetics of a real next gen game and thankfully, for the sake of game play, run at a smooth 1080p @ 60FPS with almost no frame rate issues such as stutter or drops. I would sincerely recommend this game to FPS fans, I believe that even if you didn't enjoy some of the previous few iterations of the Call of Duty Franchise, this should please you, just as it did to me (I am not the biggest Call of Duty fan due to some of the previous games).
    ===My Overall rating===
    Graphics:8

    Story: 7

    Multiplayer: 9

    Sound: 7

    Gameplay: 8

    Maps: 8.5

    Overall: 8.25 (Not an average, just what I 'felt' was right.)
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  22. Vishal1024
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    Must play for all FPS shooters. I have this on PS4 but even nabbed a chance to try it on X1. Man, its just too awesome. People have to try the amalgamation of COD's rot gameplay and the stints taken from other prominent FPS games. Way to go Sledgehammer Games. You've done it.
  23. Qoenntt
    Nov 3, 2014
    7
    Wow. Really wow. Call of Duty is back, and this time better than ever before. It looks really amazing, and the cutscenes are jawdropping. Also the adding of the new lootsystem is a really nice feature. But the best adding by far is the exosuit. This gives the game a huge amount of depth and gives campers much fewer chances.

    The one point that prevents it from being a 10 is the    Wow. Really wow. Call of Duty is back, and this time better than ever before. It looks really amazing, and the cutscenes are jawdropping. Also the adding of the new lootsystem is a really nice feature. But the best adding by far is the exosuit. This gives the game a huge amount of depth and gives campers much fewer chances.

    The one point that prevents it from being a 10 is the singleplayer. Dont get me wrong, its quite good, but and it tries to be different (hell yeah, stealth, but only for one mission...) but it feels a bit empty. This campaign is altough much better than all the previous one from Ghosts.

    Don't think I'm a COD fanboy because I didn't buy Ghosts and I also have criticism on other COD games, but this one is really, really good in my opinion.

    Advanced Warfare brings CoD a really nice, fresh, innovative part. I would recommend this to everybody who likes to play CoD. It doesn't matter if you were ''COD-tired''. You should definitely pick this one up.

    Sorry for any grammar mistakes, Im Dutch. :)    … Expand
  24. mjsh1
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    this cod is really one of the best cod games ever. graphics , gameplay , multiplayer, and etc are all at their best position. buy it or you will lose on of the best things you could ever get.
  25. nickbfc123
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    Great addition to the Call Of Duty franchise! Improved graphics, physics, without losing any of that call of duty feel! Exo suits add the ability to jump higher and it pays off drastically
  26. F4t3d
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    Apart from the fact I'm desperately awaiting more zombies this is a very good entry for the franchise. It runs fluidly, the graphics are good, and the mechanics work very well. Overall I would actually recommend this.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Games Master UK
    Dec 30, 2014
    83
    The multiplayer maps need work, but otherwise this is the best Call of Duty game in years. [Jan 2015, p.66]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 28, 2014
    80
    A welcome outsider take on a consistent series, increasing the pace still further in online multiplayer to fantastic effect. However, solo play feels a bit safe in comparison. [Christmas 2014, p.79]
  3. Play UK
    Dec 18, 2014
    87
    The best Call of Duty release since Black Ops. [Issue#251, p.62]
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